Herbal Information on Isatis Root in Bulk Cut Form
Common Name: Woad Root
Botanical Name: Isatis indigotica root
Channels/Meridians: Heart, Lungs, Stomach
Pin Yin Name: Ban Lan Gen
Other Names: Dryer's Woad, Indigo Wood Root, Isatidis Root
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Pack Size: 1 Pound (1 lb.)
Form: Cut, Lab Tested
Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: China
Band: NuHerbs Lab Tested
Caution: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
Additional Information About Ban Lan Gen
- Removes Heat
- Removes Toxins
- Cools the Blood
- Benefits the Throat
- Commonly used during the winter months
Product Properties: Bitter, Cold
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Nuherbs
Each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by in-house lab and independent third party lab. In-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatograph, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc.
In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Microbacteria
- Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen)
- Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic
Nuherbs Lab Tested Ban Lan Gen is cut into small pieces. The pieces can be used to make an extract, or a decoction. If making an extract from the Ban Lan Gen be sure to use an alcohol which is at least 18% by Volume. Though I have read that some extract require 100% by volume*.
Traditional Chinese Herbs
Chinese Traditional herbs should be regarded as an added feature to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs (Teas) emphasize harmony, and balance.